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Abhay Deol

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  • Born 15 March 1976
  • Place of Birth Mumbai
  • Occupation Actor
  • Education Jamnabai Narsee School
  • Years active 2005-present

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ABOUT abhay deol

Abhay Deol: A Career Defined by Independent Spirit and Diverse Roles Abhay Deol, born March 15, 1976, has carved a niche for himself in Hindi cinema, known as much for his eclectic roles as for his advocacy of parallel cinema. His debut in Imtiaz Ali’s Socha Na Tha (2005) launched him into the industry, followed by critically acclaimed performances in independent films like Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) and Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (2008). Deol’s portrayal of Dev in Anurag Kashyap’s Dev.D (2009), a contemporary take on the classic Devdas, marked a turning point, showcasing his versatility. His role in Zoya Akhtar’s ensemble hit Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011) brought him wider commercial success and a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. While balancing commercially successful films like Raanjhanaa (2013) and Happy Bhag Jayegi (2016), Deol continued to explore diverse characters in independent productions such as Road, Movie (2010) and Chakravyuh (2012). His recent work includes the Tamil film Hero (2019) and the Netflix series Trial By Fire (2023). Beyond acting, Deol established Forbidden Films in 2009, actively contributes to philanthropy, and remains a prominent voice supporting independent filmmaking in India. His career is defined by a commitment to challenging roles and a dedication to cinema beyond mainstream Bollywood.

abhay deol FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Trial by Fire
  • Trial by Fire

    ( 2023 )

  • Bun Tikki
  • Bun Tikki

    ( 2025 )

  • Jungle Cry
  • Jungle Cry

    ( 2022 )

  • Idhu Vedhalam Sollum Kadhai
  • Idhu Vedhalam Sollum Kadhai

    ( Not Final )

  • 1962: The War in the Hills
  • 1962: The War in the Hills

    ( 2021 )

  • Velle
  • Velle

    ( 2021 )

  • Spin
  • Spin

    ( 2021 )

  • JL50
  • JL50

    ( 2020 )

  • Major Minors
  • Major Minors

    ( 2020 )

  • Hero
  • Hero

    ( 2019 )

  • Line of Descent
  • Line of Descent

    ( 2019 )

  • Born to Stand Out
  • Born to Stand Out

    ( 2019 )

  • Chopsticks
  • Chopsticks

    ( 2019 )

  • What are the Odds?
  • What are the Odds?

    ( 2019 )

  • Zero
  • Zero

    ( 2018 )

  • Nanu Ki Jaanu
  • Nanu Ki Jaanu

    ( 2018 )

  • Happy Bhaag Jayegi
  • Happy Bhaag Jayegi

    ( 2016 )

  • Time Traveller
  • Time Traveller

    ( 2015 )

  • Rock the Shaadi
  • Rock the Shaadi

    ( 2014 )

  • One by Two
  • One by Two

    ( 2014 )

  • Raanjhanaa
  • Raanjhanaa

    ( 2013 )

  • Bollywood Carmen
  • Bollywood Carmen

    ( 2013 )

  • Meridian Lines
  • Meridian Lines

    ( 2013 )

  • Chakravyuh
  • Chakravyuh

    ( 2012 )

  • Shanghai
  • Shanghai

    ( 2012 )

  • Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara
  • Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

    ( 2011 )

  • Aisha
  • Aisha

    ( 2010 )

  • Road, Movie
  • Road, Movie

    ( 2009 )

  • Dev.D
  • Dev.D

    ( 2009 )

  • Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!
  • Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!

    ( 2008 )

  • Manorama: Six Feet Under
  • Manorama: Six Feet Under

    ( 2007 )

  • Ek Chalis Ki Last Local
  • Ek Chalis Ki Last Local

    ( 2007 )

  • Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.
  • Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.

    ( 2007 )

  • Ahista Ahista
  • Ahista Ahista

    ( 2006 )

  • Socha Na Tha
  • Socha Na Tha

    ( 2005 )

  • Pal Yeh Hai Pyar Ke Pal
  • Pal Yeh Hai Pyar Ke Pal

    ( 1999 )

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abhay deol AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Male Actor
  • The Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Awards for Best Male Actor - 2012

  • Breakthrough Talent of the Year
  • The GQ Men of the Year Awards for Breakthrough Talent of the Year - 2009

  • Most Stylish Man of the Year
  • The HELLO! Hall of Fame Awards, India for Most Stylish Man of the Year - 2011

  • Best Song of the Year
  • The Mirchi Music Awards, IN for Best Song of the Year - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Ensemble Cast
  • The Screen Awards, IN for Best Ensemble Cast - 2012 Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

  • Best Actor in a Leading Role
  • The e4m Play Streaming Media Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role - 2024 Trial by Fire

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ABHAY DEOL NEWS

Dhanush's 'phat gayi' dialogue from 'Raanjhanaa' trends on Twitter

April 24, 2013 2:25 pm

Dhanush took special Hindi lessons and watched Raj Kapoor films to prepare for the role.

Watch Trailer: Sonam Kapoor,Dhanush's 'Raanjhanaa'

April 24, 2013 9:34 am

Tamil superstar Dhanush will be promoting his debut Bollywood movie in Hindi.

Abhay Deol nervous about working with girlfriend Preeti Desai

March 06, 2013 10:48 am

Abhay Deol said that it’s Preeti who had to work really hard as she will be playing the role of a dancer.

Abhay Deol and Preeti Desai to star in romantic comedy

March 02, 2013 2:15 pm

The rom-com starring Abhay and Preeti will be directed by Devika Bhagat.

Hollow Maze

October 27, 2012 3:52 am

Chakravyuh talks of the growing ‘red corridor’ in several parts of the country,and how it came to be,and how it is playing out right here,right now

Chakravyuh: Cause and effect

October 18, 2012 9:22 pm

At the Screen Preview of Chakravyuh,the director and cast spoke about the need to address the Naxalite issue in mainstream cinema.

Cause and effect

October 18, 2012 9:11 pm

At the Screen Preview of Chakravyuh,the director and cast spoke about the need to address the Naxalite issue in mainstream cinema.

Arjun Rampal mobbed by Delhi University students

October 18, 2012 6:43 pm

Rampal said,'Everytime when I come to this college I return with my shirt torn.'

Cause and effect

October 18, 2012 1:42 am

At the Screen Preview of Chakravyuh,the director and cast spoke about the need to address the Naxalite issue in mainstream cinema.

Abhay Deol on filmi career: It was suicidal to go against the norm

October 10, 2012 3:24 pm

Today the 36-year-old actor has created a niche of himself and for which he says he had to revolt.

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